Palo Alto USA Gap Year Fair

Schedule

Sun Feb 01 2026 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

Mitchell Park Community Center | Palo Alto, CA

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Join us to explore life-changing opportunities that will turn your time off into an exciting, productive, and transformative adventure!
About this Event

Welcome all students, parents & educators!


Curious about what's next after graduation? The Palo Alto USA Gap Year Fair is your chance to explore life-changing opportunities before transitioning into college or your career. Join us at Mitchell Park Community Center for an inspiring, in-person event where you’ll:

  • Meet leading gap year program providers ✈️
  • Hear from expert advisors and alumni who’ve been there 📝
  • Discover ways to travel, volunteer, learn, and grow—whether close to home or abroad! 🌎

This is the only event of its kind in the Palo Alto area! Get insightful answers to the big questions, like:

  • Should I take a gap year?
  • What experiences are the best fit for me?
  • When should I start planning?
  • Where in the world could I go?
  • Why are so many students choosing gap time now?
  • How does a gap year impact college admission?
  • How can I make it affordable?

A gap year isn’t a year off; it’s a year on. Don't miss your chance to plan the future of your dreams!




Discover funding opportunities and scholarships




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Get guidance from industry experts and accredited gap year counselors




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Make meaningful connections, get questions answered, and find your path!




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Agenda

🕑: 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Gap Year Fair

Info: Let the exploration begin! At this time, you’ll have the chance to visit with a wide range of gap year programs and meet the people behind them. Discover opportunities you may never have considered, hear inspiring stories from alumni, and connect directly with experts who can help you find the perfect program for your goals and passions.


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Where is it happening?

Mitchell Park Community Center, 3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, United States

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